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Washington DC Tour: Explore Iconic Landmarks
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172 Ratings
Washington
Explore the iconic buildings and institutions that shape this city on a 2.5-hour, semi-private guided walking tour, accommodating up to 8 guests (with a maximum of 12 participants). Delve into politics and history as we journey through Washington DC’s transformation from a swamp to the capital of a global powerhouse.
Explore the iconic buildings and institutions that shape this city on a 2.5-hour, semi-private guided walking tour, accommodating up to 8 guests (with a maximum of 12 participants). Delve into politics and history as we journey through Washington DC’s transformation from a swamp to the capital of a global powerhouse.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Supreme Court - Just east of the Capitol you will visit the U.S Supreme Court, the highest court within the hierarchy of courts in many legal jurisdictions. Completes in 1935, you will be able to enjoy the Court’s stunning exterior whilst learn about all the history and tradition tied to it.
- Library of Congress - Afterwards you will visit the…
- Supreme Court - Just east of the Capitol you will visit the U.S Supreme Court, the highest court within the hierarchy of courts in many legal jurisdictions. Completes in 1935, you will be able to enjoy the Court’s stunning exterior whilst learn about all the history and tradition tied to it.
- Library of Congress - Afterwards you will visit the Library of Congress, the research library that officially serves the U.S Congress and is considered the national library of the United States. The oldest federal cultural institution in the United States, the 1897 Thomas Jefferson building reveals an Italian-Renaissance style architecture. Inside one of the main highlights includes the beautiful circular main reading room with its 160ft ceiling.
- U.S. Capitol Visitor Center - Inside the Capitol lies the U.S Capitol Visitor Centre, a large underground addition to the Capitol complex, which serves as a gathering point for up to 4000 tourists and an expansion space for the US Congress. Here you will be informed about the unique characteristics of the House, the Senate and U.S legislative process, as well as learn about the history and development of architecture of the Capitol.
Our guide will end the tour providing access passes (and information about security protocols) for the visitor’s galleries of the current chambers for the House of Representatives and or the Senate, to be seen at your leisure.
Tour of the Capitol Building NOT INCLUDED. We do provide entry passes House & Senate (unguided)
What's Included
- Semi-Private Walking Tour
- Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
- Duration 2.5 Hours
- Group Size Is Never More Than 12 Guests
- Passes to the House of Representatives and/or the Senate Provided
- Semi-Private Walking Tour
- Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
- Duration 2.5 Hours
- Group Size Is Never More Than 12 Guests
- Passes to the House of Representatives and/or the Senate Provided
What's Not Included
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Tour of the Capitol Building NOT INCLUDED. We do provide entry passes House & Senate (unguided)
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Tour of the Capitol Building NOT INCLUDED. We do provide entry passes House & Senate (unguided)
Additional Information
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 12 people per…
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 12 people per tour allowed
- Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
Location
Capitol South Station
First Street Southeast
Meet outside of Capitol South metro station at 1st and C streetÂ
SE Capitol South Metro Station
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Stay788440
Dec 12, 2025
Wonderful winter day tour. - Annemarie was fantastic. Wonderful stories and knowledge we would not have learned without her guidance. Highly recommend!
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Fanny_g
Nov 29, 2025
Very good experience! - Get there on time and once you're there, they'll let you in! It's an excellent experience for everyone, even for kids!
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Mary_w
Nov 29, 2025
It’s a must! - It’s a must! Maribeth has such passion for showing our history, telling stories and sharing tidbits not commonly known.
So much to see and experience,,and yet I feel we experienced so much more through her eyes!
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Marywc8049rm
Nov 29, 2025
Our visit to Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and Capitol Hill was extraordinary because of Maribeth’s insights! - Maribeth guided us to all of the key sights and exhibits that were highlights in each of the key buildings. Her knowledge,wit, and passion for history engaged all of us in our diverse party of a senior, two adults, and two teenage boys! A feat in itself!
The close attention in a small group allows you to personally connect with your tour guide.I highly recommend this tour. Maribeth took the time at the end of the tour to make sure we knew what else was available for us in the Capitol Visitor Center to experience..Thank you!
PS.. Enjoy a treat or a meal in the visitor center cafeteria after your tour! Excellent!
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431leighanns
Nov 26, 2025
Better than Expected, Highly Recommend - We had a wonderful tour with Maureen. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and interesting. She showed us some local tricks for avoiding crowds that were truly a wonderful surprise. I have 2 children (ages 20 & 16) with completely opposite interests & both enjoyed this tour (very rare). The length of the tour was perfect for seeing the best parts of the Supreme Court, the Library of Congress, the Capitol Visitor Center & the House & Senate Galleries. Maureen also gave my law-student daughter some great tips about returning for lectures & events. I thought the fee for the tour was a good value. We learned a lot on the tour that we would have missed if we chose a self-guided tour instead.
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Paradise396978
Nov 26, 2025
Capitol, Library of Congress and Supreme Court - Amanda was excellent. She had took her time showing the capitol, Supreme Court and the Library of Congress. Great history and information with each exhibit. Thank you!
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Sjg303
Oct 3, 2025
Excellent Capital Hill Tour. Capi - Excellent tour! Our guide was Amanda and she was fantastic. She is very engaging and knowledgeable. She shared many fun, interesting facts and stories that we hadn’t heard before. She knew just how to get around the crowds to special spots and made the tour so enjoyable. Our group highly recommends this tour for a good visit to Capitol Hill. We saw The Supreme Court, the Library of Congress. She left us off in the Capitol with gallery passes and good instructions for getting a tour of the rotunda and statuary hall.
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Josephine
Sep 30, 2025
This is better to have a tour guide - Our tour guide Kate is very professional and caring for all members. She clearly presented the information to us. I appreciated her tour.
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Cmamap
Sep 23, 2025
Wonderful tour! - Annemarie was a wonderful guide for our tour. She was knowledgable, friendly, and kept us on a great timeline. It was great being in a smaller group to have time to answer questions and get through the crowds quickly.
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110susiem
Sep 23, 2025
Enjoyable and informative morning - Anne Marie gave us a great tour. She was very well informed and had a load of stories which made it even more interesting. Thoroughly recommend.
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